Hotel Event Sales Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $47,400.00 - $67,600.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

on-site parking
complimentary cafeteria
Health Insurance
401k plan
employee stock options
Paid Time Off
Sales performance incentive
Discounted hotel accommodations

Job Description

Hyatt is a globally recognized hospitality company known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through dedicated and attentive associates. The brand prides itself on fostering a culture where employees strive to create meaningful moments and efficient service for every guest. Hyatt offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and career advancement within the hospitality industry. The Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, a flagship property within the Hyatt portfolio, boasts 1003 guest rooms and an impressive 115,000 square feet of event space. Situated in the vibrant and scenic San Antonio River Walk district, this luxury hotel blends... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Minimum 3-5 years of hotel event sales or event planning experience
  • Bachelor's degree and/or 3 years of hotel and/or food and beverage experience preferred
  • Must have general computer knowledge and proficiency in relevant software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Professional appearance
  • Highly detail oriented and able to work in a fast paced environment
  • Strong time management and multitasking abilities
  • Leadership qualities to inspire team performance
  • Experienced in creative marketing development
  • Knowledge of contract negotiation and interpretation
  • Comprehensive understanding of all hotel operational departments
  • Knowledge of meeting room configurations and sleeping room types
  • Ability to increase revenue through upselling and management strategies
  • Skilled in meeting space management and price integrity maintenance
  • Capability to provide accurate forecast information
  • Proficient in account retention, reactivation, and acquisition
  • Adherence to prospecting standards and goals
  • Effective engagement with meeting planners and vendors
  • Timely client follow up

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 3-5 years of hotel event sales or event planning experience
  • Completed Event Management trainee program or comparable experience preferred
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to present a confident and professional appearance
  • Detail oriented and highly organized
  • Strong time management and multitasking skills
  • Experience in marketing concept development and promotional event planning
  • Understanding of contract negotiation and interpretation
  • Comprehensive knowledge of hotel operational departments and meeting room setups

Job Duties

  • Capture local catering business including weddings, galas, social and corporate events
  • Maximize banquet space to meet and exceed sales goals
  • Conduct hotel tours, tastings, menu planning, and agenda setting
  • Review contracts and facilitate communication with hotel staff and clients before, during, and after events
  • Increase overall revenue per attendee through upselling techniques and rooms management strategies
  • Manage meeting space configurations to ensure maximum revenue potential
  • Follow up timely with internal and external clients and engage with meeting planners and vendors on event setup details

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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